Shillong, June 30: The Directorate of Sports & Youth Affairs, Government of Meghalaya, has announced the commencement of the State Level Subroto Mukherjee Football Tournament 2025, scheduled to be held from July 1 to July 5, 2025.
The prestigious tournament will feature teams in three categories — Under-15 Boys, Under-17 Boys, and Under-17 Girls — with matches to be played across two venues: SSA First Ground, Mawlai Madan Heh, and SAI, STC Ground, NEHU Campus.
While there will be no official opening ceremony, the tournament will get underway with the first round of elimination matches, which will be kicked off in the presence of officers and officials from the Sports Department.
The Subroto Mukherjee Football Tournament, known for promoting grassroots football talent across the country, remains a key event in Meghalaya’s sports calendar and continues to serve as a vital platform for young footballers aiming to represent the state and the nation.
The Subroto Mukherjee Football Tournament has long stood as a pillar of youth development in Indian football, and Meghalaya’s consistent participation and hosting of the state-level leg underscores the state’s deep-rooted passion for the sport. With categories spanning across Under-15 and Under-17 boys and girls, the tournament offers an inclusive and competitive platform for budding footballers to showcase their skills, gain exposure, and dream bigger.
For many participants, this championship serves as a crucial stepping stone towards zonal and national recognition.
By holding matches at top venues like SSA First Ground in Mawlai and the SAI Centre at NEHU, the Directorate of Sports & Youth Affairs reaffirms its commitment to providing quality infrastructure and professional conditions to nurture talent.
